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Author: Stephen Fenech
Stephen Fenech
Stephen is the Tech Guide editor and one of Australia's most respected tech journalists. He is a regular on radio and TV talking about the latest tech news, products and trends.
Tech Guide took a hands on look at the brand new ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 at the IFA 2025 tech show in Berlin. It has some of the most powerful features that have been packed into one stunning unit. One of the main new features is the PowerBoost technology which can charge the robot while it is cleaning the brushes. https://youtu.be/IENsk1I2NzA?si=Xle2kzqhzApKK0nx It’s a little bit like an F1 pit stop so the vacuum can run for longer and clean a wider area. And the robot’s not going to miss a thing thanks to the new TruEdge 3.0 Extreme Edge cleaning which…
Tune in to Tech Guide Episode 661 hosted by Stephen Fenech which is coming to you live from Berlin where we wrap up the IFA 2025 tech show. Samsung kick off the show by unveiling its new micro RGB backlight technology and showing its four pillar approach to Home AI – we speak to Phil Gaut, director for consumer electronics, Samsung Australia. We take a look at the new Roborock range of robot lawnmowers and swing by the ECOVACS stand where we take a hands on look at the new DEEBOT X11 and chat with Karen Powell, Director of ECOVACS…
Put your foot down and press play on the latest episode of Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast – with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week, Stephen and Trevor talk to an EV owner worried about range who went and got his battery tested, the result shocked him. We catch up with a man behind a business bringing power to people without the need for Diesel, and it’s quiet – using old electric car batteries. And Queen Penelope is back with some more thoughts and a story of how EV envy sold…
Samsung has showcased its vision for AI in the home at IFA 2025 in Berlin – and it’s already a reality for Australians who want to improve their lives, add convenience and efficiency, monitor their health, save money and stay safe. In Berlin, Samsung outlined its AI Home approach which it device into four pillars – ease, care, save and secure. These are the main areas where SmartThings, Samsung products and other smart device work together for our benefit. https://youtu.be/zC9kKWIUqY4?si=NuDK0HnfDSbMDXo2 Samsung is in a very strong position in the Home AI space – they have smart TVs, smart appliances and…
Hisense has announced it will continue as a major sponsor of the FIFA World Cup at the IFA 2025 tech trade show in Berlin where it also showcased its RGB MiniLED technology powering its latest televisions. Hisense has partnered with FIFA since 2018 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the latest partnership. At IFA 2025. Hisense is showcasing its 116-inch RGB-MiniLED TV UX it unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The technology means there are red, green and blue LEDs in the backlight instead of white which also required a quantum dot filter. With those…
Tineco, a leader in intelligent home appliances, has launched its next generation of smart cleaning products at the IFA 2025 tech show in Berlin. The company unveiled three new products – the Floor One S9 Scientist, the Floor One Station S9 Artist nine and the Pure One A90S. FLOOR ONE S9 SCIENTIST The S9 Scientist is the latest model in the company’s impressive wet dry vacuum mops which features a streak free capability the completely rids the surface of water so it’s completely dry after each pass. The Tineco iLoop technology can adjust suction power and water flow in real…
Belkin has launched a range of new charging products and upgraded its SoundForm audio range at the IFA 2025 show in Berlin. The new product range demonstrates the brand’s commitment to safety, performance and usability to deliver accessories that meet the needs of today’s devices and customers. Belkin puts its new charging products through a range of uncompromising safety tests while its audio products must pass 150 quality cheques to ensure the audio quality is up to standard along with frequency response and noise isolation. ULTRACHARGE MAGNETIC CHARGER 25W After the recent Qi2 25W certification, Belkin has introduced three new…
You’re going to need a bigger boat. This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re recasting Jaws to celebrate the 50 anniversary of the iconic films release. A great white shark has staked a claim off the holiday town Amity Island and the new police chief and the mayor are at odds on how to handle the situation. Stephen Fenech has seen this movie 50 times and takes first time watcher Trevor Long through the memorable scenes and share some interesting behind the scenes tidbits about the production, trivia, plot holes and other things you did not…
We’re coming to you live from Berlin for Episode 699 of Two Blokes Talking Tech with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week Stephen and Trevor are in Berlin for the biggest tech trade show in Europe – IFA 2025. What games are Samsung playing by launching the S25 FE smartphone now? Are they trying to take some attention away from Apple? What new appliances are coming and how does AI fit into all that? Age assurance – the Government says it works! But that’s BS says Trev and Arlo’s new Event Captions describing your videos,…
Samsung has unveiled breakthrough micro scale RGB backlight technology at IFA 2025 in Berlin that will set a new benchmark for colour accuracy, contrast and picture quality. Samsung’s micro RGB arranges controlled red, green and blue micro RGB LEDs. Each is less than 0.1mm in size and form an ultrafine pattern behind the panel. Unlike a regular Mini LED, Micro RGB is creating colour at the backlight level and so there is no need for a quantum dot filter because each red, green and blue RGB LED can be precision controlled. We looked at the new 115-inch micro RGB display…
The Lymow One – the world’s first all-terrain smart mower – will be unveiled at the IFA 2025 tech tradeshow in Berlin following a successful Kickstarter campaign. The unit has tank-like treads and has been designed to replace traditional lawn mowers with the ability to cover five times the area of regular robotic mowers. The Lymow One has a professional grade mulching system powered by a 1200W motor cutting at 6000RPM. With blade adjustments from 3cm to 10cm, the Lymow One can easily handle all types of grass. The device combines RTK and VSLAM for highly accurate and wire free…
Ecovacs Robotics has taken robotic floor cleaning to an all-new level with the release of the DEEBOT X11 Robot Vacuum at IFA 2025 in Berlin. It is the first robot vacuum to incorporate PowerBoost Technology to enable uninterrupted coverage for up to 1000 square metres per task. This technology harnesses fragmented recharging and intelligent power scheduling so the unit can restore six per cent of battery power in only three minutes during mop-cleaning pauses. This defies the previous notion that runtime equals capacity and ushers in a new era of perpetual run times. The DEEBOT X11 comes equipped with TruEdge…
Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab S11 tablet series is packed with AI features and a more powerful DeX experience while still maintaining a super thin and light design. The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S11 offer an advanced tablet experience for work and play. The devices are powered by Galaxy AI and running the One UI 8 platform on top of Android. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra has a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and, at just 5.1mm, it is the thinnest Galaxy Tab to date and is designed to offer productivity on the go. The Samsung Galaxy…
Roborock has expanded its product line-up outside in the backyard with the announcement of three new robotic lawnmowers at IFA 2025 in Berlin. The RockMow Z1, S1 and RockNeo Q1 will make up the brands new outdoor product category which will inherit the smarts of its popular robot vacuum range and apply them to your lawn. Also introduced at IFA 2025 was the Roborock F25 Ultra Wet-Dry Handheld Vacuum and the Roborock H60 Hub Series. “Rocking Life, Inside and Out” is Roborock’s theme for IFA 2025 as it showcases its first RockMow and RockNeo series. ROCKMOW AND ROCKMOW NEO The…
Samsung has released the latest addition to the S25 family of smartphones – the S25 FE – FE being short for Flagship Experience. It is more attainable for customers and provides a taste of the larger Galaxy ecosystem. The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE includes powerful features like One UI 8 interface and Galaxy AI and AI editing tools. The device has a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is housed in an Armor Aluminium Frame which offers durability and a more refined finish. “Galaxy S25 FE plays an important role as a gateway into the…
Apple has released the Instagram app for iPad so you can enjoy viewing content, creating content and connecting with friends on a larger scale. Instagram for iPad will work on any iPad model that supports iPad OS 15.1 and later. Users will be able to enjoy the entertaining reels content on a bigger display. Instagram for iPad has been redesigned to offer a big screen experience so you can lean back and be entertained. And, like the iPhone app, users will be able to see stories at the top and then connect with people in your circle. There is a…
For months it was feared the new iPhone 17, which will be unveiled in a week, would see a dramatic price hike due to new tariffs but analysts believe the pricing will be remain close to iPhone 16 levels. Analysts from JP Morgan says Apple will be keeping pricing steady according to a report by 9 to 5 Mac. The report says JP Morgan predicts the pricing of the iPhone 17 will largely remain unchanged. JPMorgan projects the starting pricing will be: – iPhone 17: $US799 / $A1,399 (no increase) – iPhone 17 Air: $US899-949 / $A1,599-$A1,699 (no increase or $US50 /…
Play it smart and take a listen to Episode 660 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast hosted by editor Stephen Fenech as he keeps you updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and reviews. On this week’s show, Jabra has changed the small meeting room experience with the Panacast 40 VBS – we talk to the Australian product manager Daniel Leary. Arlo adds new AI features to its popular security cameras and Rode releases a major software update to its Rodecaster Video. In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a look at the massive 98-inch Samsung Neo QLED…
LG has upgraded its home appliance AI capabilities with the launch of LG ThinQ AI to offer a more personalised and more proactive user experience from its range. LG ThinQ AI will be showcased at the IFA 2025 tech show in Berlin this week and integrates LG ThinQ UP and ThinQ’s Care services and improves appliance management through AI and usage data analytics. These AI-powered features will include tailored upgrades and performance optimisation based on how the customer uses the product. ThinQ UP allows compatible appliances to inherit new features via software upgrades to ensure they stay up to date…
Punch it into drive and press play on the latest episode of Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast – with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week Stephen and Trevor discuss the new all-electric Mercedes G-Wagon – tricks in a tank and the boys have driven an iconic car which is cheaper than it’s petrol sibling – but still more than $300,000. And we take your calls starting with Benita who talks about her brand new KIA EV3 and the journey to go electric. We also discuss some stats from KIA EV owners…